Filament STAC - Smart Things Accelerator Centre

STAC | Scale is a hands-on, 18 month, milestone based programme taking your big ideas from concept to global operations. We establish connections between industry, creative thinkers, and entrepreneurs to address some of the world’s biggest problems. As the first cohort to benefit from the STAC Invest Syndicate, select companies will have access to around £150K in investment, offering a significant boost to their growth and innovation potential. Let's create something extraordinary together! Applications are now open for #STAC5 https://lnkd.in/eHpqKkdZ

In partnership with STAC, University of Glasgow has launched Scotland’s first deeptech accelerator. The Infinity G accelerator numbers 15 ventures including 10 spinouts, from AI and quantum computing to biotechnology, and is designed to nurture and advance groundbreaking deeptech ventures. Alessia, Glanadair, AevaSpec, Flora Wind, ForceBiology, Diabetes Companion, Hoofsmart, Orthovis, Quantcore, Quantrologee, RX Watt, Scotia Biotech, SepSense, and Unravel Health join the first cohort, a 13-week accelerator hosted at STAC’s thebeyond Glasgow co-working and lab space based at Skypark Glasgow in Finnieston. The Infinity G accelerator is partly funded by the Glasgow City Council-UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Uzma Khan, Vice Principal, Economic Development and Innovation, University of Glasgow, said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with STAC on this programme, which will bring enormous values and benefit to this first cohort. Each of these early stage ventures have been selected for the quality of their propositions, innovative technology, and scale of ambition. STAC brings a wealth of deep tech expertise to our doorstep, and particularly so at a time when the University has stepped up to unlock the significant potential of our deep tech spin-outs and start-ups, both from the University and in the wider city region.” Melville Anderson, Head of Commercialisation at the University of Glasgow, said: “Infinity G is one of our new initiatives to provide specialist support to our entrepreneurs seeking to build ventures. These nascent companies will build on cutting-edge science and engineering innovations to product and services with scalable global market potential in areas ranging from quantum computing and sensing, industrial process energy efficiency, and women’s health. We’re excited to be collaborating with STAC and bringing their tech company building methodology to what could be the next generation of major employers in the city of Glasgow.” Paul Wilson, CEO and co-founder of STAC, said: “We’re honoured to help develop the innovation brilliance coming out of University of Glasgow, moving towards commercialisation and getting founders prepared to make a global impact. The first cohort is full of high-potential ventures, and through our company scaling mentorship methodology, we are already confident we are building startups that can make a global impact. We are integral to Scotland developing a deeptech supercluster, with key constituents including our world-class universities, scale-up expertise, and funding.” The Infinity G programme is unique in the UK because of its depth of mentorship, building vital startup ingredients across sales, marketing, IP & technology, investment, finance, legal and talent/HR. Mentored by industry experts, the industry-led model mobilises technology and professional service partners to the university's sourced ventures. Image by Stewart Attwood Photography Story by Nick Freer

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the latest STAC Invest event, where the focus was on health and wellbeing. We were thrilled to see the incredible innovations from our cohort companies, each bringing fresh ideas to address some of today’s most pressing health challenges. A huge thank you to the cohort companies who pitched their ground-breaking solutions: LU Innovations nooku Silver Lion Innovations EarSwitch Seluna Ltd FC Laboratories Ltd Mix Innovations Ltd BarsGripsRings We also want to extend our appreciation to the investors who attended: Neil Clelland, Calum Keddie, Patrick Burke , Andrew C., Iain MacGillivray, Matthew Gardner, Jim Pritchard, Anne Henderson, CA, Ross Caven, Daniel McKiddie, Campbell Ure, Michael Pagliari, Gregor Ross, Kenny Wiggins. It’s exciting to see how health and wellbeing are at the forefront of innovation, and we look forward to seeing these companies grow and make an impact in the sector.

Looking for your next career move? Check out the latest job openings with Plexus Corp. now available on STAC Jobs! Explore the opportunities and take the next step towards an exciting future: stacjobs.com #STACJobs #Plexus #Careers #JobOpportunities

Our mission is to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth in Scotland’s tech ecosystem. That’s why we created thebeyond Glasgow —a purpose-built hub designed for innovators of "things." 🏢 Spanning 2,000 sq. ft., thebeyond offers a dynamic mix of workspaces, common areas, and cutting-edge facilities. With coworking spaces, a Makers Space, Hardware Lab, Media Lab, and an events venue, it’s the perfect environment for creators to collaborate and thrive. 🚀 thebeyond is more than just a workspace—it’s Europe’s largest cluster of "things" brands, uniting startups, scale-ups, multinationals, and design houses alongside our accelerator, venture builder, and investment syndicate. Together, we’re driving advancements in future technologies and creating the next generation of companies. We’re proud to provide a space where Scotland’s tech community can connect, innovate, and lead on the global stage. 🌍 Learn more about thebeyond and how it’s shaping the future of tech: tothebeyond.com

We’re delighted to extend the support available to digital health companies through our collaboration with the Digital Health Validation Lab (DHVL) With DHVL’s expertise now woven into our programme, founders in the digital health sector will gain hands-on support from clinical specialists and access to essential resources, including patient networks and clinical trial pathways. This partnership is all about equipping companies with tailored insights and guidance—from shaping regulatory strategies to generating evidence for market entry—helping founders sidestep common hurdles and accelerate their progress. For health tech start-ups, this means advancing from concept to market with structured guidance on healthcare essentials and best practices at every stage. At STAC | Scale, we’re dedicated to ensuring founders have the resources and expertise to make a lasting impact in healthcare. We’re excited to see what this enhanced support will achieve for Cohort 5! 👏 #STAC5

What happens when you bring together leading public sector technology providers and Scotland’s most innovative startups? The result: powerful collaboration, game-changing ideas, and of course... new business partnerships! Fantastic event with Content Guru, Commsworld, Pelion, and STAC-supported companies Silver Lion Innovations, Smplicare, nooku, Vuabl, and Prioto Ltd—combining their expertise to create ready-to-go solutions for housing, living, and care. 🏡💡 If Johan Cruyff did tech startups, this would be his "Total Tech Scaling" strategy in action. ⚽️➡️💻

We're at the CENSIS Technology Summit today! Ready to connect and discuss how we can support your journey. Here’s a glimpse of what we offer: STAC Jobs: Connecting tech pioneers with top talent. STAC Scale: An 18-month mentorship programme for global success. STAC Invest: Simplifying investments in "things"-focused start-ups. thebeyond: Our fully equipped, flexible space where pioneering tech is created and new frontiers are opened. Stop by and say hello to Katie Woods, Conner Paterson & Jenna Moran CENSIS thebeyond Glasgow

📅 Closing date, 8th November 2024 at Midnight You still have time to apply! Join our hands-on, 18 month, milestone based programme and take your big ideas from concept to global operations.  As the first cohort to benefit from the STAC Invest Syndicate, select companies will have access to around £150K in investment, offering a significant boost to their growth and innovation potential. Start your application process now! https://lnkd.in/eHpqKkdZ

Building on our recent announcement, we’re thrilled to share more about how STAC’s partnership with The National Robotarium strengthens our support for robotics companies and Scotland’s broader tech ecosystem. Through this collaboration, STAC and the National Robotarium are creating an unparalleled support network for emerging robotics and autonomous systems startups. Our combined resources will provide startups with access to specialised expertise, cutting-edge facilities, and tailored mentorship in both Glasgow and Edinburgh. This partnership means enhanced acceleration for smart and connected product companies, ensuring they have the tools, space, and guidance to innovate and scale effectively. With the National Robotarium’s robotics and AI expertise, coupled with STAC’s experience in smart and connected technologies, we’re building a powerful ecosystem dedicated to advancing "smart things" and IoT in Scotland. This initiative not only supports individual startups but also positions Scotland as a centre of excellence in robotics and smart technologies. Together, we’re tackling real-world challenges in sectors such as healthcare, energy, industry, and transportation, fostering innovations that will drive economic growth and solidify Scotland's place in the global robotics revolution. This partnership is a significant step forward for Scotland’s tech landscape, paving the way for the next generation of tech entrepreneurs to thrive and make a global impact. Stay tuned as we continue to fuel the future of smart technology right here in Scotland. Cohort 5 is the first cohort to benefit from this & the STAC Invest Syndicate. Select companies will have access to around £150K in investment, offering a significant boost to their growth and innovation potential. The application deadline is Friday November 8th.  Start your application process now! https://lnkd.in/eHpqKkdZ